The Jordan Planet Book Club

One new initative that has sprung forth from the constantly evolving realm that is Jordan Planet is an online book club -- the brain child of Jordanian blogger Ohoud. The members of the club are currently discussing Diana Abu Jaber's novel novel Crescent. Although I haven't read the book, I highly enjoyed reading the discussions taking place between club members.

Surprisingly, a majority of members slammed the novel saying it had a number of factual errors! It is very refreshing to see such bright Jordanian voices dissecting literature and giving their take on the work of a Jordanian-American author! Kudos to those behind the Book Club. I hope time will permit me to take part in an upcoming discussion.